The Terrapin Fund: Fall Kick-Off Campaign
What is the Terrapin Fund?
The Terrapin Fund is the School’s primary community-wide fundraising endeavor. It is our hope that, as a member of the community, you will participate in this fundraising initiative at least once throughout the academic year in a way that is meaningful to you. It consists of three main events - the Fall Kick-Off Campaign, The Gala, and Day of Giving
The Terrapin Fund directly impacts every program, department, student and faculty member by contributing to the School’s overall financial health and sustainability. All gifts are deeply appreciated. Unrestricted gifts allow school leadership and the Board of Trustees flexibility to address the highest priority needs of the school.
Why is the Terrapin Fund necessary?
Tampa Prep is a nonprofit organization that operates without financial support from taxes. The School relies on tuition, annual giving, endowment, and auxiliary income (income from summer camps and facility rentals) to operate and continually improve.
Is making a gift to Gala or Day of Giving, the same thing as making a gift to the Fall Kick-Off Campaign?
The Terrapin Fund encompasses all three of Tampa Prep’s annual fundraising initiatives, with the Fall Kick-Off Campaign serving as the first and largest opportunity for families to support the school each year. Gifts to the Terrapin Fund have an immediate impact, providing critical resources that support students, faculty, and programs from the very start of the school year. Raising these funds in the fall allows the school to budget confidently and invest in its highest priorities.
Gala and Day of Giving are also important parts of our annual fundraising efforts. If you’re interested in sponsoring the Gala, please reach out to Stephanie Lukasik at [email protected]. If you’re interested in getting involved with Day of Giving please reach out to Margeaux Imperiale at [email protected].
Can I give in stock or through a Donor Advised Fund (DAF)?
Yes! In fact many people choose to give this way. Interested in doing so? Read below on how.
GIFTS OF SECURITIES
A gift of appreciated securities (stocks, bonds, or mutual fund shares) is the most economical way to make a gift. Your broker/financial advisor may electronically transfer ownership of the securities to Tampa Preparatory School’s account at Northern Trust. Please notify the Development Office at Tampa Prep at [email protected] or call 813-251-8481 when you initiate the transfer so we can be sure to credit your gift properly. Give your broker the following information:
Broker: Depository Trust Company
The Northern Trust Company, Trust Department
Account Title: Tampa Preparatory
Tampa Prep’s Account Number: 26-57916
DTC Number: 2669
Contact Maria D. Acosta at Northern Trust with any questions: 305-789-6204 | [email protected]
Gifts through Donor Advised Funds
Making a gift from your DAF is simple:
Log in to your Donor-Advised Fund account, search for Tampa Preparatory School, and recommend the grant amount you’d like to give.
If available, indicate that your gift should support the Terrapin Fund.
Submit your grant recommendation. Your DAF sponsor will process the gift and send it directly to Tampa Prep.
If your sponsoring organization requests additional information, you may use Tampa Preparatory School’s legal name and tax identification number (EIN), or contact Margeaux Imperiale at [email protected] or call 813-559-8867.
Is my gift tax deductible?
Tampa Prep is a 501(c)(3) organization as determined by the IRS. Your gifts may qualify for a charitable deduction as allowable by law. We recommend that you consult with your financial advisor to understand these tax benefits associated with your charitable giving.
Will my gift really make a difference?
Absolutely! Every gift plays a part in Tampa Prep’s success. Overall donor participation reveals how the school is valued by its constituents, and your gift is an expression of gratitude to the teachers who invest so much in our students. We encourage everyone to make Tampa Prep a philanthropic priority at whatever level they are able whether that be $5 or $50,000.
What is a matching gift and do I qualify?
Many companies offer a matching gift program to their employees as an added benefit. If your company has a matching gift benefit, it could double or even triple your gift to Tampa Prep. Contact your company’s human resources officer to determine whether or not they participate in a matching gift program.
How can I contact the development team?
If you have further questions, please reach out to our development team at [email protected], or reach out specifically below.
Maggie Thomas - Interim Director of Development at [email protected]
Margeaux Imperiale - Director of the Terrapin Fund at [email protected]
Stephanie Lukasik - Associate Director of Events and Engagement at [email protected]